Some deposit accounts offer FDIC protection beyond the standard $250,000 limit. CNBC Select explains what you need to know.

What is a bank? A bank is a financial institution authorized to provide service options for customers who want to save, borrow or accrue more money. Banks typically accept deposits from, and offer ...

When high-yield online savings accounts came along, the appeal of standard savings accounts offered by brick-and-mortar banks came crumbling down. Traditional banks simply couldn’t compete with the ...